Our Vision
To be the foremost catalyst for skills development and transformation in South Africa, building a nation where every individual has access to education that unlocks their unlimited potential.
About ApexU
Transforming lives through purpose-driven education.
ApexU is a Level 1 B-BBEE, 100% black-owned group of companies delivering practical, high-impact learning that creates better futures.
4Specialist Divisions
11SETA Accreditations
L1B-BBEE Rating
100%Black-Owned
Our Story
A collective built on purpose
ApexU was founded by education advocates Byron Lazarides and Dr Ruval Boosi with a singular conviction: practical, high-quality education is the most powerful tool for socio-economic transformation.
From a deep understanding of the B-BBEE landscape and the realities facing South African learners, ApexU was built as a group of purpose-driven businesses, each playing a distinct role in creating a more skilled and inclusive country.
Today, ApexU encompasses education, agricultural development, technology and B-BBEE advisory. The divisions work independently and collaboratively to deliver real, measurable impact across individuals, organisations and communities.
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PurposeDriven
What Drives Us
Our vision, mission and values
Our Mission
To provide practical, high-impact learning that creates better futures, combining deep B-BBEE expertise with a passion for education and learner success.
Our Values
Excellence, collaboration, accountability, inclusivity and real measurable impact guide how we design, deliver and support every learning journey.
How We Work
Our approach to learning
We go beyond theory, equipping learners with applicable tools, real-world insights and outcomes that translate into meaningful progress.
SETA and QCTO aligned
Programmes are accredited and aligned to national qualification standards, helping learners earn recognised and portable qualifications.
Hands-on experiential learning
Workshops, projects and real-world case studies help learners apply knowledge in practical environments immediately.
B-BBEE aligned training
Clients meet compliance obligations while receiving top-quality training that can become a genuine competitive advantage.
Flexible and tailored delivery
From short courses to occupational certificates, programmes are structured around individual, team and enterprise needs.
Measurable returns
We focus on enhanced performance, learner progress and long-term capability, not only certificates issued.
End-to-end support
From programme design and learner administration through to delivery, assessment and certification.
Our Campus
A distinguished learning environment
Apex Academy's campus is the home where academic rigour and business acumen meet. Set against the landscaped gardens of a professional office park, the environment mirrors the standards of both a respected university and the corporate realm.
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MidrandCampus
- Secure, professional office-park setting in Midrand
- Landscaped gardens and quiet breakaway areas
- On-site facilitation, assessment and learner support
- Easy access from Johannesburg and Pretoria
Classrooms and IT centre
Technology and resources for practical, hands-on learning.
Collaboration spaces
Spaces where learners recharge, connect and work between sessions.
Leadership
A letter from our CEOs
"We believe that education is the ultimate catalyst for opportunity, growth and enduring change."
From the outset, our purpose has been clear: to make a meaningful, measurable difference through practical, high-quality learning experiences. Our focus remains constant: to equip individuals with the tools, skills and confidence to progress with purpose.
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Byron Lazarides
Joint CEO
An education advocate with deep expertise in skills development and B-BBEE strategy, Byron co-founded ApexU to create an organisation that puts learners first.
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Dr Ruval Boosi
Joint CEO
A practitioner-academic with a doctorate in education, Dr Boosi brings intellectual rigour and a passion for socio-economic transformation.
Nationally Recognised
Our accreditations
Accredited across 11 SETAs and registered with QCTO and SAQA, every qualification we deliver is built for recognition and portability.
Let's Build the Right Learning Solution
Every organisation has different people, priorities and skills challenges.
Speak to our team about your workforce development priorities. We will help you shape a practical learning solution aligned with your people, performance goals and business needs.